Construction

Construction

The construction industry in the UAE is one of the most demanding in the world, meaning construction disputes are one of our most frequently handled matters.

Horizons & Co boasts a compact and globally diverse team of lawyers from both civil and common law backgrounds, whose strengths lie in advising on both contentious and non-contentious matters in the MENA region. We have a comprehensive understanding of the industry, therefore we can offer clients a well-rounded service in procurement and disputes resolution. Our advisory service will draft and review standard and bespoke contracts, provide guidance on UAE local law compliance and should the need arise will represent you in court or at arbitration hearings.

Our lawyers regularly represent a client base which includes developers, contractors and state-owned entities in large-scale construction-related arbitrations and provide experience in infrastructure and construction disputes.

Our expertise cover disputes under the rules of all major arbitral institutions such as the ICC, DIAC, DIFC-LCIA and ADCCAC. Being a local firm, with local lawyers means we have a distinct advantage when it comes to construction disputes. Our lawyers know the local laws and attend court on a daily basis, we are therefore up to date with any changes and developments in the UAE law. Our construction lawyers are well regarded for their experience in enforcement and nullification proceedings before the UAE national courts.

Criminal

Employment

We are renowned experts in employment law and UAE labour law, from providing everyday administration, such as drafting policy & procedure documents to taking on complex claims arising from contract breaches

Legislative Drafting

We are experienced in producing succinct legislation, and are regularly called upon by government entities with regards to providing advisory services and drafting new legislation in various areas of law.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Private Equity

Our private equity practice is recognised as having financially proficient lawyers with the expertise to understand the complexities of private equity, and meet the demands of competitive private equity institutions.